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Silvia Pavlof
AuthorSilvia has dabbled in all sorts of writing – from content writing for social media to movie scripts. She has a Bachelor's in Screenwriting and experience in marketing and producing documentary films. With her background as a customer support agent within the gambling industry, she brings valuable insight to the Gambling News writers’ team.
Casino
January 19, 2026
Nevada Lawmakers Fight DHS Plan They Claim Hurts Tourism
Nevada’s federal lawmakers are asking the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to reconsider a suggested revamp of entry rules for international travelers. They caution that the plan might worsen the state’s economic troubles and put off much-needed tourists. Nevada Officials Raise Alarm Over Stricter Entry Requirements for Tourists In a letter to Homeland Security Secretary […]
Industry
January 19, 2026
Nevada Gives New Instructions on Online Gambling Across Borders
Nevada‘s main gambling watchdog has sent out new guidelines to its license holders asking them to be more careful when they take part in online betting activities outside the state. The update, which came out on Friday evening from the Nevada Gaming Control Board, highlights how fast digital betting is growing and the legal gray […]
Sports
January 16, 2026
NCAA Calls for Federal Halt on College Sports Betting Markets
The NCAA has stepped up its fight against new betting platforms, asking federal regulators to stop trading linked to college sports until stricter national rules are in place. NCAA Warns Prediction Markets Endanger Student-Athletes This request, made official in a letter this week to Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) head Michael S. Selig, shows increasing […]
Sports
January 16, 2026
Georgia Lawmakers Try Again to Push Lottery-Run Mobile Sports Betting
Georgia‘s ongoing argument about sports betting has popped up again, as a well-known bill came back to the legislature when the 2026 session began. House Bill 910, which Representative Matt Hatchett first brought up in 2025, is now in front of lawmakers after it got stuck last year. The bill has moved to the House […]
Sports
January 15, 2026
AGA And IGA Ask Congress to Limit Sports Prediction Market Contracts
Two major players in the US betting world are stepping up their efforts to convince lawmakers to act. They warn that sports-themed prediction markets without proper oversight now look a lot like full-blown betting operations. Call Intensifies for Congress to Rein in Prediction Market Sports Contracts This week, the American Gaming Association (AGA) and the […]
Industry
January 15, 2026
Bill Aims to Stop Abortion Providers from Getting Casino-Related Donations
A plan moving forward in New Hampshire’s State House has triggered heated discussion about whether groups that provide abortions should still qualify for funds generated through the state’s charitable gaming system. House Bill Targets Abortion Clinics’ Eligibility for Casino Donations The proposal, introduced as House Bill 1338, would change current law so that any nonprofit […]
Casino
January 14, 2026
Estonia Rushes to Fix Tax Error That Lets Online Casinos Off The Hook
A drafting mistake in Estonia’s new gambling tax law has created an unexpected gap that allows internet casino operators to avoid paying taxes in 2026, leading lawmakers to plan fixes. The error came to light after the bill had gone through the Riigikogu and gotten the president’s approval late last year. Clerical Slip Exempts Online […]
Casino
January 14, 2026
Two Ex-Met Cops Get Suspended Sentences for SA Casino Attack
A pair of former Metropolitan Police officers walked free after a nighttime sexual assault at a popular central London gambling spot. The attack, which happened in the Hippodrome Casino‘s rooftop bar, has put police misconduct back in the spotlight and sparked debate about safety in busy nightlife areas where drinking, crowds, and gambling come together. […]
Casino
January 13, 2026
BetRivers Raises Illinois Minimum Bet as Tax Pressures Change Market
BetRivers has increased the minimum stake for online sports bets in Illinois to $5. This is their second change in under a year. It shows how new state and city taxes are changing betting habits across the area. The move happens as operators deal with rules that have made low-value bets more expensive to offer. […]
Casino
January 13, 2026
Grand Island Casino Bomb Threat Turns Out to Be Fake
Police in Grand Island looked into what seemed like a big threat at the Grand Island Casino Resort on Sunday afternoon, but found out the scary call was not real. Cops say this event, which for a short time made people leave the building and led to a careful security check, was a classic example […]
